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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
*: Since these items requires special tools data and technical skills, they should be serviced.
SERVICE NOTES:
No. 1. DRIVE CHAIN: In addition to tension and alignment, chain must be lubricated every
0.5 ~ 1.0 hour. If unit is subjected to extremely hard usage and wet weather riding, chain
must be checked constantly. See “Lubrication Intervals” for additional details.
No. 2. AIR FILTER: Remove and clean filter every 20 ~ 40 hours.
EC320000
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating
condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
EC321000
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
* Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are
properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.
SidestandCheck operation.
Lubricate and repair if necessary.
* Spark arrester Clean.
* Front forkCheck operation and for oil leakage.
Correct accordingly.
*Rear shock
absorber assemblyCheck operation and shock absorber for oil
leakage.
Replace shock absorber assembly if necessary.
Item Routine Page
Brake Check operation/adjustment. P3-11
Engine oil Change oil as required. P3-5 ~ 7
Drive chain Check alignment/adjustment/lubrication. P3-12
Spark plug Check color/condition. P3-19
Throttle Check for proper throttle cable operation. P3-3
Air filter Foam type – must be clean and damp w/oil always P3-3 ~ 4
Wheels and tires Check pressure/runout/spoke tightness/bead stopper/axle nuts. P3-15 ~ 17
Fittings/fasteners Check all – tighten as necessary. —Dealer
NoteItem Checks and maintenance jobsInitial Every
10 hours
(1 month)60 hours
(6 months)120 hours
(12 months)
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DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT
EC36A060
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ADJUSTMENT
1. Elevate the rear wheel by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
2. Check:
lDrive chain slack a
In the center between the drive axle
and rear wheel axle.
Out of specification ® Adjust.
NOTE:
Before checking and/or adjusting, rotate the
rear wheel through several revolutions and
check the slack several times to find the tight-
est point. Check and/or adjust chain slack with
rear wheel in this “tight chain” position.
Drive chain slack:
40 ~ 53 mm (1.6 ~ 2.1 in)
3. Adjust:
lDrive chain slack
Drive chain slack adjustment steps:
lLoosen the wheel axle nut 1.
lAdjust chain slack by turning the adjusters
2.
To tighten ®Turn adjuster 2 clockwise.
To loosen ®Turn adjuster 2 counter-
clockwise and push wheel
forward.
lTurn each adjuster exactly the same
amount to maintain correct axle alignment.
(There are marks a on each side of chain
puller alignment.)
12 a
NOTE:
Turn the adjuster so that the chain is in line
with the sprocket, as viewed from the rear.
CAUTION:
Too small chain slack will overload the
engine and other vital parts; keep the
slack within the specified limits.
